A fascinating analysis of how the West’s variously optimistic and pessimistic assessments of Africa are really part of the same discourse. We will likely be looking at Achebe’s scathing critique of (how we read) Heart of Darkness; I’m not surprised … Continue reading →

I’m having trouble figuring out the “Blogs I Follow” widget, but wanted to share with you the title of a blog that collects some of the best cultural and political analysis of Africa in the media. Great for everything from … Continue reading →